NPMA extends its deepest sympathies and heartfelt solidarity to the people of Hawaii in the wake of the catastrophic Maui wildfires. Our thoughts are with those affected by this devastating event, and we stand united with the community during this challenging time. Donations can be made to those in need through the Hawai'i Community Foundation for the Maui Strong Fund.
NPMA has reached out to our members in Hawaii along with the Hawaii Pest Control Association. Once we have a good sense of conditions on the ground and how our industry can be most impactful, NPMA will be sharing additional information on how members can best assist those in need ahead of PestWorld 2023.
There is currently no impact to PestWorld 2023, or its affiliated events. NPMA will continue to monitor the situation, and any updates will be provided accordingly on the NPMA PestWorld 2023 website.
On June 22, EPA announced its Vulnerable Species Pilot Program, with the goal of “proposing geographically-specific protections that would limit the use of pesticides in the habitat of 27 endangered and threatened (listed) species, including some pollinators.” To achieve this, EPA created Pesticide Use Limitation Areas (PULAs) for each species, along with proposed mitigation measures. EPA released an interactive StoryMap to visually show the proposed PULAs for each species. NPMA has met with EPA to discuss the Pilot Program and has also submitted public comments that request an exemption for exterior structural perimeter applications. The scope of the project is still unclear, and NPMA plans to have additional meetings with EPA to explain further how limiting outdoor structural applications will not achieve the Agency’s objectives. NPMA has prepared an FAQ document to answer common questions from structural applicators. The answers in the FAQ document (PDF) assume that the VSPP will be finalized as proposed.
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